Locum MD (Medical Doctor), DO (Osteopathic Doctor) Hospitalist;Internal Medicine
About The Position
This contract, on-site Hospitalist position offers an opportunity to deliver high-quality inpatient care within a respected medical practice environment. The role is suited to an Associate-level physician seeking flexible, high-impact clinical work in the Medical Practice industry. The Hospitalist provides comprehensive care to hospitalized adult patients with acute and chronic internal medicine conditions, coordinates discharge planning, and collaborates with nursing staff, specialists, and other healthcare professionals. The position is at a Level I Trauma facility with approximately 520 beds and a typical volume of 8–10 admissions. Duties focus on admissions; procedures and vent management are not required. Support includes an additional MD, APP, and subspecialty teams. There is no call requirement. The preferred schedule is 7 p.m.–7 a.m., seven days on/seven days off. Flexibility to accommodate shifts, including nights, weekends, and holidays, is required. Paid travel and expenses are offered.
Requirements
- Valid MD or DO degree from an accredited medical school.
- Board certification or eligibility in Internal Medicine.
- Current, unrestricted medical license in Colorado or eligibility for licensure.
- DEA registration and active BLS/ACLS certifications.
- Strong clinical judgment, diagnostic reasoning, and decision-making skills.
- Ability to work efficiently in a fast-paced, high-acuity hospital environment.
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
- Commitment to patient-centered care and collaborative teamwork.
- Flexibility to accommodate shift schedules, including nights, weekends, and holidays.
Nice To Haves
- Prior experience in hospital medicine or internal medicine practice.
- Seven-days-on/seven-days-off schedule preference.
Responsibilities
- Evaluate, diagnose, and manage adult patients admitted to the hospital with a broad range of internal medicine conditions.
- Perform comprehensive admission histories and physical examinations, and complete documentation.
- Develop and implement individualized treatment plans in coordination with the care team.
- Order, interpret, and act on diagnostic tests, laboratory results, and imaging studies.
- Manage acute medical emergencies and stabilize patients as needed.
- Coordinate consultations with specialists and communicate with consulting physicians.
- Lead discharge planning and ensure safe, timely transitions of care.
- Maintain accurate, timely, and compliant medical records in accordance with hospital and regulatory standards.
- Communicate with patients, families, nursing staff, and interdisciplinary teams.
- Participate in quality improvement initiatives and adhere to patient safety protocols.
Benefits
- Paid travel and expenses.
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What This Job Offers
Career Level
Mid Level
Education Level
Ph.D. or professional degree
